5 vegetables that help reverse aging

According to Dr. Huynh Tan Vu from Ho Chi Minh City University of Medicine and Pharmacy Hospital, antioxidants are abundantly found in fruits, vegetables, and herbs. Numerous studies have demonstrated their benefits in disease prevention, health improvement, and anti-aging.

Below are the 5 vegetables rich in antioxidants as noted by Dr. Vu.

Garlic

Garlic supports heart health by reducing cholesterol and blood pressure. It boosts the immune system, aids in blood circulation, and plays a significant role in cancer prevention. Additionally, garlic helps maintain youthful skin elasticity and slows the aging process.

Red radish

Incorporating red radish in daily meals can help slow down aging process. Illustration photo by Pixabay

Red radish contains betanin and vulgaxanthin, which have antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and detoxifying properties. It is also beneficial for vision and nervous tissues. Studies have shown that antioxidants can inhibit tumor growth and monitor the development of abnormal cells, effectively preventing cancers of the breast, prostate, lung, colon, and kidney.

Sweet potato

Rich in beta-carotene, selenium, anthocyanin, and vitamins A, C, and E, sweet potatoes are a powerhouse of antioxidants. They offer high anti-inflammatory properties through their content of vitamin C, vitamin B6, beta-carotene, and manganese, which help fade dark spots and prevent chronic non-communicable diseases.

Regular consumption of sweet potatoes, once or twice a week, provides essential vitamins, minerals, and fiber, improves skin firmness, reduces facial wrinkles, and prevents skin conditions like dermatitis.

Carrots

Available in many colors, carrots are rich in vitamins and minerals that can help fight aging process. Illustration photo by Pixabay

Carrots, available in colors like red, yellow, purple, orange, and white, are rich in beta-carotene, selenium, lutein, and vitamins A, C, and E. The red variety contains lycopene that helps prevent heart disease and cancer. Yellow carrots are rich in xanthophyll which benefits the eyes, while purple carrots contain anthocyanins, powerful antioxidants. Lutein, abundant in orange carrots, is crucial for the health of the human retina.

However, excessive consumption of carrots can lead to a buildup of carotene in the liver, causing jaundice, indigestion, fatigue, and other issues.

Beetroots

Beetroots are highly recommended for their numerous health benefits, including the antioxidant alpha-lipoic acid, which lowers blood sugar levels, increases insulin sensitivity, prevents oxidative stress in diabetic patients, enhances brain oxygenation, and slows memory loss progression in the elderly.

Choline in beetroots improves sleep, enhances memory, boosts muscle movement, maintains cell membrane structure, supports nerve impulse transmission, aids in fat absorption, and reduces chronic inflammation.

In addition to the aforementioned vegetables, spinach and cereals are also significant sources of antioxidants, adding diversity and richness in vitamins to daily meals.